Reactor Operations Engineering Intern

About the role

As a Reactor Operations Engineering Intern, you will assist the team with building strategies and procedures for first‑of‑a‑kind (FOAK) nuclear reactor systems. The position is located in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of operational strategies and testing methodologies for FOAK nuclear reactor systems using design data, safety analyses, and system requirements documentation.
• Evaluate events, accidents, and malfunctions, and help develop integrated plant response procedures.
• Validate operational strategies and plant response procedures, adjusting processes as needed using a reactor plant simulator and human‑performance engineering guidance.
• Evaluate testing methods and needs for reactor systems.
• Participate in systems and design engineering activities for various projects, ensuring sound testing and operational fundamentals are built into new reactor systems early in the design process.
• Participate in the development of reactor systems training materials in accordance with internal, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with tasks assigned to senior reactor operations engineers.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled student pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree in a technical field (e.g., Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, etc.).
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi‑task.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• U.S. citizenship.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules to promote a healthy work‑life balance.
• Housing stipend available for eligible interns.
• Thrift plan (401k) with full vesting after three years; internship time counts toward vesting.
• Inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration across generations.
• Opportunity to be part of a mission‑driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.

Pay

The starting hourly rate for this position in Virginia is expected to be between $25.05 and $31.83 per hour, based on local market factors and other objective business considerations.